Epi Farmakis
Philanthropy And AI Consultant
Zurich,Switzerland
Summary
With extensive experience in philanthropic advising and regranting over 1.1 billion euros to 1,200 nonprofits across 60 countries, this professional brings a dynamic and professional approach to grant management and strategic development with international and local organizations. Proven ability to drive significant growth, secure substantial funding, and implement impactful programs. Expertise in AI applications for nonprofits with strong track record to foster collaborative partnerships that drive success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Philanthropic Advisor Specializing in Grants and AI Philanthropy
360 Advisors
Zurich, Switzerland
01.2019 - Current
- EEA Grants Program Director 23.5 mln euros allocated to GR Local Development and Poverty Reduction // Asylum and Migration
- Specializing in Local Development, Governance and inclusion
- And areas in Asylum Migration and Integration
- Coordinating a team of 25 professionals to handle all aspects of both programs selection of projects and contracting (including open calls), information and communication, reporting to the FMO (IFRs, APRs, FPRs, summary and project reports), bilateral relations, monitoring and evaluation of projects, tracking any irregularities, financial management and expenditure, audits and on-the-spot verifications, code of conduct and transparency, various committees like the Cooperation Committee, sharing information for NFP and other FOs, organizing public opening and closing events, payments to pre-defined projects and project promoters, and programme modifications
- Beneficiaries include UNHCR, IOM, Municipality of Athens, EWC, several Greek NGOs
- Specific areas include domestic and gender based violence in addition to Roma empowerment
- Strategic grant management for private foundations and international organizations, including Parnon Foundation and Kahane Foundation, focusing on social policy changes
- Development of free AI applications for nonprofits in collaboration with Athena Research Center AI + Robotics, including a volunteer management app
Co-Founder
HumanRights360
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Established as a fund operator/re-granting vehicle
- Secured funding from Open Society Foundations, Radcliffe Foundation, ChooseLove, EPIM, GWBF, RBF, and others
- Managed programs focused on refugee integration, gender-based violence, legal aid for children, anti-racist initiatives, vulnerable population accommodation, and inequality reduction
- In addition to human rights programs and integration, worked on hate speech and connecting culture programs to human rights priorities
Grantmaking Nonprofit & Implementing Partner
SolidarityNow
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Increased annual budget from €3 million to €15 million (400% growth)
- Expanded staff from 11 to 366 employees (3,327% growth)
- Secured funding from Open Society Foundations, UNHCR, and UNICEF
- Established the first Athens Solidarity Center as Project Promoter (2 mln euros 2015-17) part of the EEA Grants
- Focusing in integration efforts
- Managed project implementation and provided technical assistance to civil society organizations including several projects in institutional cooperation and capacity building
Director of the first NGO Fund (GR04)
Bodossaki Foundation
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Directed the first NGO Fund (GR04) with 8.1 million euros (increased to 12 mln from initial amount) from the EEA Grants
- Focusing on Civil Society and improvements in the sector as well as advocacy efforts
- Organized open calls, drafted regranting and communication plans, and implemented an M&E program
- Collaborated with other FOs in Hungary, Poland, Bulgaria, Spain, and Portugal
Committee Member
Ministry of Interior
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Served on the Special Legislative Committee to draft a new legal framework for NGOs in Greece
- Contributed to a bill on a transparent framework for NGOs seeking State or European Funding
- Coordinated issues regarding transparency, program and organization management, taxation, and operational ethics
Director
Elpis S.A.
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided philanthropic advisory services, including international philanthropic planning
- Focused on funding human rights (Roma), NGO capacity building, and social welfare for vulnerable groups
Setting up a 3 bn euro philanthropic Foundation
Stavros Niarchos Foundation
01.1997 - 01.2012
- Managed daily operations, including grant allocations of over €1 billion to 1,160+ NGOs in 60+ countries
- Oversaw hiring, personnel issues, operating budgets, and strategic planning
- Led public affairs, technical coordination, brand building, web management, social media, and press communications
- Managed the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center project (€650 million), coordinating 50+ consultants, including architect Renzo Piano
Education
Executive Education Certification - Harnessing A.I.
Stanford University
MBA/MSFS - International Business And Foreign Service
Georgetown University
Washington DC 09.1993 - 01.1997
BS - Business Administration, History And Politics
Washington & Lee University
Lexington Virginia 09.1989 - 01.1993
Skills
- Social media strategy
- Buffer
- Google Analytics
- Google Search
- Google Spreadsheets
- MS Office
- HTML
- CSS
Strategic planning
Project management
Negotiation
Risk assessment
Conflict resolution
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Philanthropic Advisor Specializing in Grants and AI Philanthropy
360 Advisors
01.2019 - Current
Co-Founder
HumanRights360
01.2017 - 01.2019
Grantmaking Nonprofit & Implementing Partner
SolidarityNow
01.2015 - 12.2017
Committee Member
Ministry of Interior
04.2014 - 12.2014
Director of the first NGO Fund (GR04)
Bodossaki Foundation
01.2013 - 01.2015
Director
Elpis S.A.
01.2012 - 01.2013
Setting up a 3 bn euro philanthropic Foundation
Stavros Niarchos Foundation
01.1997 - 01.2012
MBA/MSFS - International Business And Foreign Service
Georgetown University
09.1993 - 01.1997
BS - Business Administration, History And Politics
Washington & Lee University
09.1989 - 01.1993
Executive Education Certification - Harnessing A.I.
Stanford University
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